About the role
As a Linker you will work within the local community to assist people with disability, their families and carers, to be valued and active members of their community.
Your role provides a locally based first point of contact, designed to improve access to, and engagement in, local community, mainstream services and disability services that facilitate social and economic inclusion of people with disability.
Ability Links NSW (ALNSW) is a new way of supporting and assisting people with disability, to work towards developing links in their local and extended communities, as well as working to promote greater inclusion within communities.
ALNSW values and recognises the diversity of NSW communities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities.
SSI is funded by the NSW Government's Ageing Disability and Home Care (ADHC) Division of FACs to deliver the ALNSW Program in the ADHC Southern, Metro South and Metro North Regions. This Program forms part of the NSW Government's contribution to the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
We currently have two vacancies based in the Metro North region; one in the Lanecove, Ryde & Hunters Hill area, and the other in the Hornsby & Kuringai area. Flexibility to travel within the region is required.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Developing and maintaining good working relationships with individuals, families, carers and diverse communities
- Actively supporting positive partnerships between individuals, families, carers, local organisations (including Aboriginal, ethno-specific, multicultural, faith-based organisations) and the general community to build a more inclusive, welcoming and accessible community
- Organising and maintaining administrative records
- Participating in supervision and performance development processes and taking part in regular training and development activities
- Contributing to team activities and participating in meetings and workshops
Selection Criteria:
- Relevant qualifications and/or equivalent experience in human services or community development
- Demonstrated understanding of the needs and challenges affecting people with disability and their families/carers; particularly people from diverse backgrounds
- Awareness and recognition of cultural diversity, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and CALD communities
- Ability to apply cultural considerations to meet the individual needs of people with disability and their families/carers
- Knowledge and understanding of person-centred approaches to support people with disability, social inclusion and community development principles
- Demonstrated ability to work with limited supervision, manage a variety of tasks and display personal drive and integrity
- Experience or understanding of the benefits of involving people with disability in their local communities
- Lived experience or awareness of the impact of disability upon individuals, families, carers and the community
- Willingness to travel and work flexible hours and in a range of locations across areas and regions as required
How to apply
All applicants must provide a resume along with a cover letter addressing the selection criteria in an email to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The successful candidate must undergo a current National Police Clearance and a Working with Children Check in order to be employed in this role.
SSI adheres to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and workplace health and safety.
Applications close Wednesday 15th July 2015
People with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.